The Lakeshore offers competitive monthly living costs compared to the broader market of King County and the state of Washington. For a studio apartment, residents will find a cost of $3,470, significantly lower than the county's average of $4,464 and even less than the state average of $4,126. Similarly, the one-bedroom units at The Lakeshore are priced at $4,050, which again presents a more affordable option compared to King County's average rent of $5,127 and the state's average of $4,632. Notably, for two-bedroom apartments, The Lakeshore's rate is $6,305; while this is higher than both King's average of $5,111 and Washington state's average of $4,301, it reflects the unique amenities and community features that enhance living there. Overall, The Lakeshore provides an appealing mix of affordability and quality in comparison to its county and statewide counterparts.
Floor plans
The Lakeshore
King County
Washington
Studio
$3,470
$4,464
$4,128
1 Bedroom
$4,050
$5,127
$4,634
2 Bedrooms
$6,305
$5,111
$4,301
Overall Review of The Lakeshore
differentiator14 reviews mention this
Dining room has standout views
The dining experience stands out, especially for its Lake Washington views.
Multiple reviews highlight the dining room as a centerpiece, calling out both the setting and the food. Residents and family members describe meals in a dining space with sweeping lake views, and several say the room feels more like a restaurant than a cafeteria. Reviews also mention that the menu includes variety and accommodates preferences, including specific dietary needs.
common22 reviews mention this
Staff and communication feel consistent
Residents and families repeatedly describe staff as kind and responsive.
Across reviews, the most frequent day-to-day praise centers on how staff treat residents and handle questions. Many describe friendly, welcoming encounters across reception, food service, maintenance, and wellness. Several families also mention that staff communicate promptly and follow through, including proactive updates when needs come up.
common20 reviews mention this
Activities and community engagement
Residents describe being kept busy with frequent activities.
Reviews commonly point to how active the community life feels, with both scheduled events and outings. Families mention art events, lectures, social gatherings, and group activities like games and music. Some residents also describe having enough variety to stay engaged while still being able to choose quiet time.
differentiator7 reviews mention this
Assisted support and wellness follow-through
Residents who needed additional help mention assisted support and wellness oversight.
Several reviews discuss the assisted-living side, including wellness and nursing-style check-ins as needs increase. Families describe staff responding to medical or comfort concerns and communicating with relevant health professionals. At the same time, one negative review disputes how consistently care needs were met as a person’s dementia progressed.
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Pricing and care charges draw caveats
Pricing is a recurring concern, especially when needs grow.
Some reviews call the community expensive and question value for what is provided. One resident/family also describes significant monthly cost plus additional care-related charges, expecting more support as health needs declined. Other reviews still recommend the community but note that the price can be a barrier compared with what some families want or expect.
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Features
Housing
80 resident community capacity
1-bedroom apartments
2-bedroom apartments
Studio apartments
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Independent Living
Pets
Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Amenities
Activities off-site
Activities on-site
Air-conditioning
Bath tubs
Beautician on-site
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Devotional services off-site
Devotional services on-site
Dining room
Fitness room
Full kitchen
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Ground floor units
Guasts at mealtime
Guest parking
Handicap accessible
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Outdoor space
Party space
Private bathrooms
Resident parking
Respite or short term stays offered
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
TV room
Telephone
Wellness center
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Seattle-Tacoma International (5 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation & parking
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Care Services
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
High acuity care
Incontinence care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Walking wheelchair assistance
Dining
Diabetes diet
Guest meals
Low / no sodium
Low fat
Meals provided
No Sugar
Restaurant style dining
Room service
Special dietary restrictions
Vegan
Vegetarian
Activities
Activities off-site
Art classes
Arts and crafts
Book club
Catholic services
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Cooking classes
Day trips and outings
Devotional activities offsite
Devotional activities on-site
Educational speakers / life long learning
Fitness programs
Games
Gardening club
Happy hour
Live musical performances
Live well programs
Planned day trips
Protestant services
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Stories
Tai Chi
Wine tasting
Languages Spoken
English
Videos
Nearby Places of Interest
Located in Renton, Washington, this area offers a convenient and vibrant community for seniors looking to settle down. The proximity to Renton Municipal Airport and various transportation options such as the Link Light Rail make it easy for residents to travel around the city and beyond. There are plenty of cafes, pharmacies, parks, restaurants, physicians, and theaters within a few miles radius, providing easy access to essential services and entertainment options. With nearby medical facilities like Valley Medical Center and Allegro Pediatrics, seniors can rest assured that their healthcare needs will be well taken care of. Overall, this area offers a mix of convenience, amenities, and accessibility that make it an ideal choice for senior living in Seattle.
Transportation
Renton Municipal Airport (RNT) (0.5 miles)
Link Light Rail - Rainier Beach Station (3.1 miles)
SeaTac/Airport Station (5.2 miles)
North Satellite (5.2 miles)
Concourse D (5.3 miles)
N Gate Security (5.3 miles)
Columbia City Station (5.3 miles)
Cafes
Starbucks (1 miles)
Starbucks (1.8 miles)
Dutch Bros Coffee (1.8 miles)
Starbucks (4.1 miles)
Starbucks (4.4 miles)
Floret (5.5 miles)
The Flora Bakehouse (5.7 miles)
Pharmacies
CVS Pharmacy (1 miles)
Walgreens (1.3 miles)
Rite Aid (2 miles)
Walgreens (2 miles)
Walgreens (2.8 miles)
Rite Aid (2.8 miles)
Bartell Drugs (3.1 miles)
Parks
Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park (1 miles)
Seward Park (3.8 miles)
North SeaTac Park (4.1 miles)
Lake Washington Boulevard Park (4.8 miles)
Genesee Park & Playground (5.3 miles)
Luther Burbank Park (6.3 miles)
Ed Munro Seahurst Park (6.8 miles)
Restaurants
IHOP (1.7 miles)
Uwajimaya (2.1 miles)
Moctezuma's Mexican Restaurant & Tequila Bar (3.3 miles)
Aliberto's Jr Fresh Mexican Food (4.1 miles)
Azteca Mexican Restaurants (4.2 miles)
MOD Pizza (5 miles)
13 Coins (5.3 miles)
Physicians
King LASIK (2.3 miles)
Valley Medical Center, Rehab Services Pt Ot Therapy (3.3 miles)
Northwest Foot And Ankle Center, PS (4.1 miles)
Kent Eye Clinic (5 miles)
Valley Medical Center - Fairwood Clinic (5.1 miles)
The Lakeshore offers competitive monthly living costs compared to the broader market of King County and the state of Washington. For a studio apartment, residents will find a cost of $3,470, significantly lower than the county's average of $4,464 and even less than the state average of $4,126. Similarly, the one-bedroom units at The Lakeshore are priced at $4,050, which again presents a more affordable option compared to King County's average rent of $5,127 and the state's average of $4,632. Notably, for two-bedroom apartments, The Lakeshore's rate is $6,305; while this is higher than both King's average of $5,111 and Washington state's average of $4,301, it reflects the unique amenities and community features that enhance living there. Overall, The Lakeshore provides an appealing mix of affordability and quality in comparison to its county and statewide counterparts.
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80 resident community capacity
1-bedroom apartments
Assisted Living
Independent Living
Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Activities off-site
Air-conditioning
Bath tubs
Beautician on-site
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Devotional services off-site
Dining room
Fitness room
Full kitchen
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Ground floor units
Guest parking
Handicap accessible
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Party space
Private bathrooms
Respite or short term stays offered
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Seattle-Tacoma International (5 miles away)
Community operated transportation
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
High acuity care
Incontinence care
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Art classes
Book club
Catholic services
Concierge services
Cooking classes
Day trips and outings
Educational speakers / life long learning
Games
Happy hour
Live musical performances
Wine tasting
English
Specialized memory care with spacious private rooms, on-site activities and devotional services, plus medication management and incontinence care.
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